ISLAMABAD – June 4, 2025:
The Kingdom of Morocco has offered 10 fully funded scholarships for Pakistani and AJK nationals for the 2025–26 academic year, according to a statement from the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan. These scholarships are for admission to Moroccan public institutions offering higher, technical, and professional education.
Available Fields
The scholarships cover various disciplines including:
- Medical Studies
- Engineering
- Management Sciences
- Veterinary Sciences
- Architecture
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a Pakistani or AJK national with no dual nationality.
- Undergraduate applicants must have completed 12 years of education (FSc or A-level) and be no older than 23 years.
- Master’s applicants need 16 years of relevant education.
- PhD applicants must have completed 18 years in the relevant field.
- A valid HAT or USAT test score is mandatory, and nominations will be merit-based on these results.
Language Requirements
- Most programs are taught in French, especially in science and economic fields.
- Selected candidates must complete a French language refresher course at centers such as Alliance Française in Pakistan during the 2024–25 academic year.
- Courses in Arabic Language, Literature, and Islamic Studies are taught in Arabic; applicants must be proficient in the language.
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online via the HEC scholarship portal: scholarship.hec.gov.pk
- Deadline: Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM PST
- No hard copies are required at the initial stage.
Required Documents (For Shortlisted Candidates Only)
- Academic transcripts
- Motivation letter
- Recommendation letters
- Medical certificate
- Police clearance certificate
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer, if applicable
Accreditation Advisory
Students applying for professional degrees (e.g., medicine, engineering, law) must verify the accreditation of their intended program with relevant Pakistani bodies such as PMDC, PEC, or PBC. Applicants are urged to consult updated PMDC guidelines on studying medicine abroad.
This initiative marks a valuable opportunity for Pakistani students seeking world-class education and international exposure through fully funded higher education programs in Morocco.
